Shooting Star
2016, Afrikaans. Directed by Darrell James Roodt.
Created With Talent For A Reason
The gripping true story of musical prodigy Phillip Schuman, a 15-year-old boy whose real-world pain threatens to overshadow the light of his incredible talent as a world renown pianist. A father and son story that promises to touch every viewer, Shooting Star is an inspirational film that highlights the beauty of our God-given talents, while also pointing to the power of forgiveness and healing.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Afrikaans
- Rated
- PG
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Shooting Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Darrell James RoodtDirector
- Deanre ReinersPhillip Schuman
- Hykie BergTomas Schuman
- Jana KrugerMaria Schuman
- Hannes van WykMax du Toit
- Ilse OppeltDorothy Smith
- Jakkie GroenewaldMeneer Nortje
- Jurgen HellbergKlient
- Dirk VermeulenMeneer Taylor
- Ludwik Van WykTheobald
- Corine du ToitJuffrou Bronkhorst
- Hernus MaraisWaldo
- Jacques PeacockFrikkie
Details
- Released
- 22 April 2016
- Original title
- Verskietende Ster
- Country
- South Africa
- Written by
- Stefan Enslin
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Shooting Star: quick answers
Is Shooting Star worth watching?
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How long is Shooting Star?
Shooting Star runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Shooting Star have a post-credits scene?
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Shooting Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shooting Star is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Shooting Star on?
Shooting Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shooting Star?
If you liked Shooting Star, try Skin, My Dinner with Hervé, TalhotBlond.
Who directed Shooting Star?
Shooting Star (2016) was directed by Darrell James Roodt and stars Deanre Reiners, Hykie Berg, Jana Kruger.